United States and Puerto Rico Payroll Lead

United States and Puerto Rico Payroll Lead

You will oversee end‑to‑end payroll operations for US and Puerto Rico employees, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll delivery. You will lead a small team, partner with cross‑functional stakeholders, and serve as the subject‑matter expert in payroll processes, compliance, and systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end payroll processing for US and Puerto Rico (weekly and bi‑weekly cycles) ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Supervise and develop a team of payroll processors, driving performance and accountability.
• Review and validate payroll data, including adjustments, new hires, terminations, and leave payments.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and Puerto Rico regulations, including tax and labor requirements.
• Manage post‑payroll activities such as reconciliations, payroll posting, and audit support (SOX).
• Act as escalation point for comp...